Therapists Rising Podcast

It's 8 PM. You finished seeing clients hours ago, but you're still at your computer responding to course emails, updating social media, and planning next quarter's strategy. Every decision runs through you. Every problem lands on your desk. Your business literally cannot breathe without you. If that sounds familiar—if you've become the center of everything in your business—this...

You want to grow. You want to reach more people, serve more deeply, make your work financially sustainable. But not if it costs your values. Not if it fries your nervous system. Not if it costs your soul. If you've ever watched other practitioners scale their businesses and thought, "I want to grow, but not like that " - this episode is for you. This is Episode 3 of our From Therapi...

Your calendar is overwhelming. Your nervous system is fried. Every decision - from what email to send to whether you should hire someone - feels exhausting. And every piece of business advice tells you to "step into your CEO energy" or "think like a boss"... but that feels completely wrong in your body. What if the problem isn't that you're not cut out for leadership?...

You did it. You mapped the modules. Built the curriculum. Maybe even sold out your first launch. Your course, program, or offer is live—and people actually bought it. So… why do you feel so weird? If you’re standing in that liminal space between relief and restlessness, pride and paralysis—you’re not broken. You’re expanding. This episode kicks off our 4-part mini-series From Therapist to Visionar...

You’ve built your course.  Your modules are mapped, your portal’s prepped, your curriculum is solid. And then someone asks:  “So… where’s the community space?” Cue the existential spiral. Because as a therapist, “community” doesn’t just mean “extra feature.”  It means emotional responsibility. Boundary navigation.  And the very real possibility that you’ll end up holding space you never consented...

It starts off sounding perfect. Create a course once. Let it sell itself. Finally step off the therapy treadmill and wake up to payment notifications instead of a full caseload. But what no one tells you? Most therapists who try that route end up with a silent checkout page and a whole lot of self-doubt. If you’ve ever wondered why your course isn’t selling - or whether this whole “passive income”...

So… someone told you to start a Facebook group to grow your audience. And you did it. You picked a cute name. Made a welcome post. Maybe even went live (sweating bullets but pretending it was chill). And then… crickets. Or worse - an entire digital ghost town of lurkers, silent members, and zero sales. If that’s you - this episode is your permission slip and your reality check. Because while Faceb...

So… you launched your online program. You crafted the sales page. You sent the emails. You even hit publish while whispering “this better work” under your breath. And then… crickets. Maybe your friend signed up. Maybe your mum said she’s proud. But internally? It felt like failure. If that’s you—pause right here. Because this episode is your loving intervention and your practical roadmap to get th...

Somewhere between your fifth Canva graphic and your third platform login of the day, you started wondering… “Is this what it takes to be seen?” Because apparently, if you’re not on Instagram and TikTok and LinkedIn and Threads — you're falling behind. Or invisible. Or both. But here’s the thing: For therapists, “visibility” isn’t just about reach. It’s about safety. And when the business worl...

So… apparently therapists are being replaced by chatbots now. Clients are rolling into sessions with ChatGPT transcripts like, “This helped more than our last three appointments. Oh, and it’s free.” Yeah. That’s happening. And if you’re even mildly freaking out, you’re not being dramatic. You’re being awake . In this episode, I’m not here to sprinkle affirmations over your fear or convince you to...

Ever feel like your next certification might just be the thing holding you back? If you're nodding along (or feeling personally attacked already), grab a coffee, because this episode is your loving wake-up call. Today, we're tackling the therapist's sneaky habit of certification hoarding—and why your endless pursuit of the next qualification might actually be the biggest roadblock t...

Ever thought, “Facebook ads are just a fancy way to light my money on fire”? If the idea of opening Business Manager, setting a budget, or seeing a giant $0 in your results column makes your armpits sweat, this episode is for you. Today, I'm joined by Facebook Ads and Funnel Strategist Natalie Alaimo —the magical unicorn who actually makes ads feel doable (and dare I say, a little bit fun?)....

Think AI is just for writing session notes? Think again. If you've been avoiding AI because you don't want to sound like a robot—or worse, feel like you’re cheating—this episode is for you. We’re pulling back the curtain on AI for therapists—specifically how it can help you grow your practice, build your brand, and sell your digital offers faster and with way less burnout. This isn’t a t...

Ever thought, “There’s no way in hell I could run a webinar”? If the idea of live teaching, pitching, or even showing up on Zoom makes your armpits sweat, this episode is for you. We're pulling back the curtain on webinars—what they really are, why they’re not as scary (or salesy) as you think, and how therapists can use them to grow their programs without turning into awkward marketing robot...

Ever stared at your course platform and thought, “What in fresh hell is this?!” If the idea of choosing the right tech stack for your online program makes you want to throw your laptop out the window, this episode is for you. We’re cutting through the noise to talk about the real-world pros and cons of the most popular hosting and delivery platforms for therapists creating online programs, members...

Ever feel like you're doing all the “right” things—planning, learning, dreaming big—but you still can’t seem to move forward? You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re likely stuck in a very real nervous system response… and no amount of strategy can fix that alone. In this powerful and vulnerable episode, I’m joined by clinical health psychologist, researcher, and EFT powerhouse Dr. Peta St...

Ever been asked to do a quick guest presentation—only to find yourself buried in hours of prep, stressing over pricing, and wondering if it was even worth it? If you’ve ever felt stuck between wanting visibility and honouring your energy and expertise, this episode is for you. In this power-packed 15-minute episode, I’m diving into one of the most common dilemmas for therapists stepping into entre...

Ever feel like you've crammed absolutely EVERYTHING into your online course because you're afraid it's not enough? You're not alone! In this episode, I'm diving into one of the biggest challenges therapists face when creating online programs - overdelivering to the point where students get overwhelmed and drop off. I reveal why your students aren't completing your cou...

Ever find yourself staring at a blank page, trying to name your online program and getting absolutely nowhere? You're not alone! In this mini-episode, I'm tackling one of the most common questions therapists ask when creating their first online program. In this episode, I break down why so many therapists struggle with naming their programs and introduce my proven CLEAR framework specifi...

Ever find yourself escaping the burnout of 1:1 clinical work, only to accidentally build the exact same stressful environment online? Trust me, I've been there—done that—got the damn t-shirt. In this Unmasked Monthly Musing, I'm getting totally real with you about something NOBODY seems to be talking about: how we therapists often recreate the exact same painful patterns in our online bu...

Are you struggling to price your online program with confidence? Do you second-guess yourself when setting price points, even though you KNOW your content delivers incredible transformation? In this value-packed episode, I'm diving deep into the psychology behind pricing your therapy programs . We're moving beyond "what to charge" into the more powerful territory of " WHY...

Have you launched your online program, gained some traction, but now find yourself stuck in a frustrating plateau? You're not alone—welcome to what I call "The Messy Middle." In this raw, unfiltered episode, I'm breaking down the awkward growth phase that NO ONE in the online space wants to talk about. It's that frustrating gap between having a program that works and creat...

Pricing your online program shouldn't be a shot in the dark—and yet for so many therapists, it's the most anxiety-inducing part of the creation process. If you've ever stared at that empty price box wondering what the hell to charge for your expertise, this mini episode is for you! I'm breaking down the four core program types that therapists are creating right now and sharing...

As we head into 2025, I'm noticing something fascinating happening in our field - this quiet but powerful shift where therapists are finally starting to talk about the elephant in the room: spirituality. And honestly? It's about bloody time. I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Tatiana da Silva, a registered psychologist in Sydney, OG member of our community, and the brillian...

Ever heard of tapping (EFT) and wondered if it’s actually backed by science? Or maybe you’ve been curious about how therapists can integrate it into their work for better client outcomes (and to prevent burnout for themselves)? By popular demand, we’re re-releasing this fan-favourite episode with the brilliant Dr. Peta Stapleton , clinical psychologist, researcher, and a global leader in Emotional...